Monasteries, temples and Shakti Peeths across the Kathmandu Valley have been illuminated with colourful twinkling lights ahead of Dashain and Tihar. The decorations brighten religious sites and nearby streets, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Devotees have begun visiting the illuminated temples in the evenings for darshan and worship.
Lights bring a festive glow to religious sites
The decorations extend beyond temple premises to surrounding streets, highlighting the religious sites as the festival season approaches. The lights have drawn people to the temples after dark for prayer and worship.